Black Cow Chophouse

Steak house · Charlottesville

Black Cow Chophouse

Steak house · Charlottesville

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420 W Main St, Charlottesville, VA 22903

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Rotating steak cuts, cocktails, wine list, upscale food  

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+1 434 270 0333
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The Best Restaurants for Dining Out in Charlottesville, Virginia | Eater DC

"The answer to the question, “Where’s the beef,” Black Cow is the place to go for a perfectly prepared wood-fired steak, whether it’s a filet mignon or cowboy ribeye. Drop by for a cocktail and steak frites for happy hour, Wednesday through Sunday, 4:30 to 6:00 pm. Looking for seafood towers? Head to sister restaurant, Public Fish and Oyster, just a block away, for a selection of bivalves (But be sure to pull up on the right night — seafood towers are available Friday, Saturday, and Sunday only)." - Stephanie Ganz

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Malcolm K

Google
Fantastic steak. Fantastic cocktails. Fantastic dessert. Didn’t really like the calamari but I think it was well prepared. We had the wagyu and filet mignon and were very, very happy with both. The fruity Moscow mule was delicious.

Nick_txnbtj

Google
Came here for the UVA graduation weekend. Pre booked months in advance. Never went here prior (partially my fault) and expected the atmosphere to be more sophisticated than it was given the prices. $95 per person (we went as 5) is pretty hefty even for a special weekend. I really only had the 2 complaints, the atmosphere and the price. Price: The price isn’t the issue in itself but it is for the amount and type of food. My experience may be different as it was a special weekend. The food itself tasted great, wasn’t a fan of the family style sides, they just really weren’t enough for all 5 of us, we each got a small scoop of mash potatoes. The dessert was pretty meh as well. The highlight was the steak by far, it was a great cut and was definitely satisfied. I enjoyed the sides, was just a little disappointed in the portion for 5 people. Atmosphere: The restaurant as a whole is quite small and a large portion was outside. We got seated inside facing the outside part. Lots of flies coming over the food. The plates were chipped around the edges surprisingly. We were all dressed up in nice clothing and it was pretty mixed throughout the restaurant with other people wearing shorts/T shirts. I’m not one to care about atmosphere usually but this is more for other people as this restaurant (at least from people I hear from) is advertised as more upscale. I can see myself coming back maybe when it’s not a special weekend because the menu does look interesting and I would likely comeback with less people.

Jorge Juarez

Google
Outstanding food and service. Ordered two cocktails, split an appetizer, then two filets (they include bread and salad), two glasses of wine and two huge sides for approximately $100/person. Very reasonably priced for the amount of food and quality. Definitely worth the drive - we will be back!

nicole lightfoot

Google
Wow!!! Great experience here. We walk in, no reservations but the hostess had just cleared 2 seats at the bar, which serves the full menu! Perfect timing as the couple behind us was coming to the same place. The bartenders were great servers as well. The place was busy and lively and just had a good energy. The menu had a variety of steaks along with a description of the cook temp. We had NY strips, probably the best ever for me. It came with a salad and bread. This was my cheat meal of the week and it didn't disappoint. I also had these smashed potatoes that had this crispiness that I can't explain. It was all so good. One of the best meals I've had in a few weeks. The service was wonderful, there was never really any wait for anything if you asked. Very accommodating staff. A manager came to ask how we liked our meal, loved it. I would love to visit again, this time I would make a reservation. 10 out of 10 stars!!

Jolie Nguyen

Google
my partner and i stopped here for their happy hour steak frites deal (definitely get a reservation!!), everything was amaaazing! $8 happy hour cocktails as well. the steak was amazing, i already want to come back. the fries are good and the cocktails are good too. would definitely recommend the brussel sprouts, yum! service was great too!!

Kevin O'Brien

Google
Hard to call it a “hidden gem” when the place is packed every night and so well regarded but Black cow has absolutely incredible food! While any steak lovers will always be sated by any of their ever rotating featured cuts of meat, my favorite thing about this place is how amazing all of their other menu items are. Everything from the side salad to the mac and cheese is delicious and nothing ever feels like it was an afterthought or added to the menu to round it out. If you love a steakhouse you will love Black Cow if you just love fantastic food you will love it too!

Saj Popat

Google
Finest cuts of meat, refreshing cocktails, and tasty desserts. Can't go wrong for a corporate or celebratory dinner.

Shelly Gentile

Google
Very Cool Hip Vibe with a laid back feel but upscale food. Dropped in for a quick bite..... steak and frites at happy hour excellent price, super friendly bartenders and servers. Definitely try the blueberry slump for desert! Make reservations there is a line at 4:30 for the bar at happy hour. Excellent!!! 10 🌟 Shelly Gentile
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Ryan K.

Yelp
What a cool place! We were able to get a spot at the bar which was highly coveted at 5pm on Thursday! I tried a martini and the fried oysters. I don't like fried oysters but they are popular around here so I had to try them. They were actually quite good. Good texture and flavor. For my entree, I had the NY Strip and the famous Brussel Sprouts as well as the asparagus. The steak had a nice crust and flavor. The Brussel sprouts were some Of the best I have had. The had a nice happy hour wine offering as well. When you are in Charlottesville, try Black Cow!
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Lana S.

Yelp
We were looking forward to a great steak dinner here. The restaurant is very beautiful inside and we were seated at the high top tables at the back of the restaurant by the open kitchen area. The high top tables are very close together. My friend gave me her big bag since there was nowhere to put it other than the booth like seating next to me. The host would seat people and was very rude to my friend and I about the bag. Eventually we put it on the ground. As for the food it is lackluster. We ordered steaks from the chalkboard (my friend always goes with the rib eye while I tried the NY strip.) then two sides to go with our steaks (asparagus and mash potatoes). I ordered my steak medium rare while my friend ordered hers medium. The bread/whipped butter came out with our very lightly dressed salad. Bread/whipped butter was pretty good. Salad was too lightly dressed for my liking. The steaks and the sides came out next. My steak was overcooked and was more medium/medium well. My friend's steak was a medium rare. Not sure if its the kitchen's fault or the waitress wrote down the wrong cooked. My steak was seasoned well but alittle burnt. very disappointing. Both sides were just okay. At the end I did order creme brulee and it was burnt at the top and not that appetizing. Overall disappointed we paid a lot for a mediocre meal. :(
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Shawn C.

Yelp
Sat at the bar and enjoyed service from Josh & Steph. Had their sirloin and frites with a salad at an incredible price of $21 during happy hour (4:30 pm - 6 pm)! Old fashioned ($9) was quite tasty. Great atmosphere! Free parking in back.

Gypsy W.

Yelp
it was amazing, the food the service and the wine , don't miss out on this gem thank you to Thomas and Stef and the Chefs for such a great experience, we will be back! Gypsy
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Roy A.

Yelp
We dropped in at opening and this place is hoping. We got the last two seats at the bar for their amazing happy hour featuring the Steak Frites with Belgian fries for $18. They ask pink or no pink. Go no pink, this is quality meat. We added a side salad for $3. The happy hour drinks are fabulous. We loved the atmosphere. I wish we had time to stay for their full dinner. Must try.

Dan P.

Yelp
The bartender has the worst customer service I have observed at a higher end cocktail establishment. Tonight I left the hotel, Hampton Inn, at 5:10pm in a Lyft, probably got there no later than 5:20. Finally left at 6:22pm when we waited over 20 minutes for cocktails that never came. When I asked for the check, he actually said. "I thought we were having drinks tonight?" I actually emailed the restaurant while we sitting at the bar to explain how bad the service was. After Black Cow response: Feel free to show my wife and my second drink tonight. When we spoke on the phone, you said your bartender recognized us from our previous visit. I tried to give the place a second chance. Instead of your bartender trying to showcase his abilities, he obviously chose to spite us with more poor service. How sad for your business. Thanks for the call. Could you give the audience the time between us asking for a cocktail and the time we finally left. Your move.
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Brian M.

Yelp
Great steaks and that is what we were there for. The waitress was super friendly and helpful with suggestions for side dishes and combos. Not pushy but went with the flow and made our experience very enjoyable. The restaurant itself was inviting and fun.... Not too loud but you could tell the clients were enjoying themselves. If you're looking for a steak place I think this is it! Great selection of different cuts and they an explain the types and steer (get it) you in the right direction depending upon your tastes.
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Rachel C.

Yelp
Everything was great at Black Cow Chophouse - the service, ambiance, food. We got a reservation for 8:15 and showed up at 6:30 hoping for a seat at the bar. We were well taken care of by the hostess and bartender who got us to the bar around 7:30 after we opened a bottle of wine on their outdoor lounge. The bar was cozy and the servers were attentive and warm, but the food was exactly what I needed that day! They cook their burgers "no pink" or "pink" and I assume "no pink" is closer to medium and "pink" is medium rare to rare. We ordered a bacon bleu burger "pink" and were really happy with it. Typically I like my burgers medium so I might try taking my chances with the no pink next time since I can't see them cooking it over with their "no well done" policy for the cuts of meat. The fries, Brussels sprouts, and Mac and cheese were delicious, especially with the garlic aioli. I think after the burger, the Mac and cheese was a favorite. I don't usually go for lobster Mac and cheese, but this one was exceptional. You could actually taste the lobster stock throughout the sauce as well as the cheese.
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Kristy W.

Yelp
Each and every time we come it is spectacular. This is our go to place if we're looking for a great meal, a date night spot, a good drink, and/or a place to take out of town guests. We even celebrated closing on our house here and it was the first restaurant we visited when we first came to town. Everything is top notch, from the atmosphere, to the cuts of meat, to the sides, and happy hour. Happy hour is the BEST deal in town. A smaller portion of steak (sometimes a great cut of filet) with a sauce of the day and fries for $18, add a salad to that and it's $21. Cocktails from a limited menu are $8. Can't beat it. Some of our other favorites are the hanger steak, filet, Brussel sprouts, and red smash potatoes. The servers are exceptional, attentive, and go above and beyond to get to know you.
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William Y.

Yelp
Drove into Charlottesville, VA from Baltimore, and went to the Yelp app to look for a dinner venue. The Black Cow looked interesting, and we were ready for red meat. The venue is cool. It appears to be an old service station that has been decorated in a bovid motief. It has a nice bar, not very large, seats about 10. Outside dining is available We did not have reservations, and the wait was about an hour, so we chose to eat at the bar. Good choice! The bartender (Noah) was excellent. The bourbon selection was also excellent. I had my first pour of Woodford 121.2. Really enjoyed it. The salads were good. Warm bread was served. We both had the New York strip, and they were nicely seasoned and perfectly cooked. Ratings: Venue 4/5. Found the barrel bar stools uncomfortable. Service - 5/5 Food - 5/5 Cost - $$$ Overall, we had a very good experience.
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Elizabeth D.

Yelp
We loved our dinner at Black Cow! We were only in town for two days and didn't have dinner plans our second night, but we had walked past this place earlier in the day and decided to come back that night - so glad we did! It was pretty full, even at 8:45 when we got there, and the vibe was great - simple and modern aesthetic, laid back feel, friendly staff, good wine list - checked all the boxes! We shared the bone-in KC strip and the whipped golden potatoes for dinner. The steak tasted great - we ordered in medium rare, and it almost looked closer to rare, but I'll take that over a steak being overcooked any day. I liked the confit onions & garlic and the generous pile of sea salt on the plate with the steak, too - really brought out the flavor! The whipped potatoes were a treat as well - they had some of the confit onions and garlic on them too, and they were a great compliment to the meat. Would definitely recommend Black Cow to anyone looking for a great steak in Charlottesville - it was lovely!

Ilana K.

Yelp
Delicious steaks and delicious sides. Great service too. Lighting is appropriately dim lending to a good date night. Pricey, but worth it for such a nice meal.

Blake M.

Yelp
Great food! Amazing service! Had the 20oz Prime Boneless Ribeye from Purcellville, extremely good. Red Potatoes and Asparagus were awesome too. Had a Vanilla Crème Brûlée for desert and this all complimented to form a perfect dinner. A bit expensive but a must try if you are looking for great food and service in Charlottesville.
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Jim L.

Yelp
This place is pretty amazing. It's a bit pricey but they cook the steak perfect! The appetisers are pretty good! I would definitely come back again
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Eyan Q.

Yelp
Amazing food, great wait staff, world glass experience. This fine establishment is a gem in a town of too much racism and inter generational slave money.
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Dale G.

Yelp
Went there for happy hour (4:30-6:00 pm) and the meal was very good. For $18 we got a steak and fries and for $3 more you can also get a salad. Had a lovely dinner. Need to make a reservation! Service was excellent.
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Danielle M.

Yelp
John our waiter took such lovely care of us. He was right. This steak (I got the boneless ribeye) was one of the top 10 steaks I've ever had in my life. You can tell the meat here is very high quality. The steak came out with a lovely sear. The flavor was rich and meaty; my steak was very well marbled and fatty. I loved that the steaks were served with flaked finishing salt that you could sprinkle on, yourself. I believe the biggest factor was that David cooked our steaks to PERFECTION. My husband got the NY Strip and he was over the moon. I tried a bite and it was just fantastic. I'm not even a NY strip eater! You can easily mess up a Strip. And yet it was juicy and tender. I personally don't think the steak needed a sauce. As for the appetizers and sides, the bread was excellent and fresh. The cesar salad was very very tasty. The shrimp cocktail was great! But the real show were those steaks. John, our waiter, encouraged us as first time guests to get steak (over the pork chop I was considering), and I'm so thrilled he did. A warm and genuinely friendly waiter, John made the night. I trusted his suggestions, and very happy I did. You can tell John loves his job, and he's good at it. The prices were fair given the quality of the ingredients. The ambiance of the restaurant was somewhat loud but that never hindered our conversations or evening. The final suprise of the night was the desserts. The key lime pie was literally the best key lime pie I've ever had. Was such a perfect touch to a wonderful evening. Kudos to this team. A giant thank you to John for taking such great care of us, and the highest compliments to David and the chefs who prepared the meals. 5/5
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John G.

Yelp
Visited for our 27th Anniversary. First timers. Bring your wallet, but this place is AMAZING and you won't regret. I would go back in a heartbeat. I don't think I've ever had a steak this good. We shared the Chateaubriand medium rare with butter on top. It was wonderful. We also got side of red potato's and a few drinks. Service was impeccable. Make reservations. The place is small but charming. Keep up the great work Black Cow!

Jessalee L.

Yelp
Wowwww! Incredible food, great server, lovely atmosphere on the patio. The steaks were excellent, of course, but the veggie sides were also amazing. We loved getting a few sauces. Our server was knowledgeable and perfect.
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Rhonda J.

Yelp
This was the first time we ever ate at Black Cow Chophouse. We frequent steakhouses often and looked forward to trying a new one. Made reservations in advance and was seated promptly. We placed our orders (party of four) and two of use do not eat salads. After some time passed we were given 2 salads and one portion of bread for 4 people. Almost one hour passed and we still didn't have our entrees. I asked for another bread and she said it would cost $3. I said it was ok and she came back and told us they will not be doing double breads. About 15 mins later the meals came out and my medium well steak was clearly undercooked. It was pink and a little bloody. The waitress told me that it was medium well in front of my party. I disagreed and she then agreed to recook it. Another person in my party ordered a medium steak and it was also bloody. She didn't want to say anything after seeing the reaction I got. They brought my steak back to me and half of it was cooked and the other half looked the same. She walked away before I could say anything. I actually picked up the plate, located her and told her I give up. The manager came over and told me she wanted to talk about the steak. Again, this felt weird in front of my party and I'm on the spot. I said half of it was improved but it's too bloody on the other. I just wanted to move on. Overall, my party was happy with the food. A little disappointed the reaction and combativeness about the steak temperature. So I didn't get a steak and still wasn't offered some bread while everyone else ate their meals

Rachel A.

Yelp
This place is AMAZING. We went on our honeymoon and ate outside on their covered patio. Emily was our server and she was wonderful, super warm and informative about the menu. I got the crab cakes and my husband got the NY Strip. We got Mac and cheese and the fries. Best Mac and cheese I've ever had in my life I'm pretty sure! I was eating the leftovers cold, since we don't have a microwave at our hotel. Well worth the price for the service and quality!
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Christine B.

Yelp
We went here for dinner while on a mini-honeymoon. I noted it in the reservation but they didn't acknowledge it in way which was a little disappointing. The food was really good though. We shared a hangar steak and a filet. Both were cooked to medium rare. I thought the hangar steak had a really good flavor. You could actually taste the marinade. My husband loved the bernaise sauce with the filet. For sides we had spinach and the Belgian fries. The spinach is definitely pretty spinachy if that makes sense. Not your typical creamed spinach. It was good. The fries were very small and crispy and not like anything we had in Belgian. The flavor was good but I would skip them next time. I already recommended this spot to other people around town looking for a steak and I would go back.
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Courtney T.

Yelp
Maybe it was just a really off night for the food we were served when we visited the Black Cow Chophouse . They have an amazing sounding happy hour where you can order Steak Frites for $18. We decided to stop in after a long week of work and got there around 5:40 (happy hour of 4-6). The hostess told us we had 5 minutes to order so we hurried to the last two seats at the bar and ordered quickly. I ordered a Moscow Mule and my boyfriend ordered a Margarita. Both were just not good. The Moscow mule had virtually no ginger beer in it. The steak dinners were so disappointing. Everything was SO salty-I couldn't even eat the fries. The one steak was cooked incorrectly (asked for medium rare and it was medium well). Both steaks were warm at best, definitely not fresh. We understand steaks need to rest but these had rested wayyyy too long. The bartender never checked on us. The two stars are for the ambiance of the restaurant. For almost $70, definitely a disappointing visit.
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J G.

Yelp
Service was great! Steak is really good. My wife wanted to add bacon to her salad and she does that at every restaurant we go to. When we asked about doing that they simply said they don't allow that. I asked do you have bacon and they replied yes then I asked why they wouldn't and they said because the chef wouldn't allow It. I'm not sure why the chef wouldn't allow this he wasn't paying the bill. After that happened it threw us off. Not sure we will make the drive again!

Saul B.

Yelp
Crowded space. Expensive. Food was ok. Not tempted to return. Don't drink, so bar items not considered.
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John C.

Yelp
The food here was great. Extremely tasty. Very fresh. Service was amazing. The waiter was super knowledgeable about the entire menu and very attentive. I would highly recommend.
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Tony P.

Yelp
Toni the host was amazing and seated me quickly as possible with kind and politeness. Noah and Jules were extremely quick at the bar, provided amazing hospitality to trying several variety of wine to my liking. They were very nice and attentive, always checking up and making sure everyone was good. I got the bavatte, a recommendation from Noah which was an amazing choice for 1 person. I had mine cooked medium rare. The steak came out tender like if it was a filet mignon but tasty like if it was a ribeye cut. This was the first time I came here and definitely won't be the last !!
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Erin H.

Yelp
Been trying to try this spot for awhile based on a friends review. Took friends out for a birthday dinner - they let them have a complimentary glass of cava to start which was nice. The vibe is fun and a good renovation of the old gas station (although the bathrooms need some design help). But enough about that let's talk food. They have a fabulous happy hour special and one of enjoyed that (cut of the day, sauce of the day, and fries). I enjoyed the hanger since I like a medium rare steak and the special only comes pink or no pink. We ordered fries - super crispy! Double fried I was informed. Should've gone with the Brussels sprouts instead of the creamed spinach it was watery and under seasoned. I would definitely go again. Pro tip there was a line when we showed up for our 4:30 reservation - bar seating is first come first serve so people line up early to get a great meal at an amazing price.

Mike D.

Yelp
Steak isn't good at all. Tried the filet twice and just not good. The burgers on the other hand I will be back for.
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Allen T.

Yelp
Happy hour review only! Came here for the Happy and we ordered the Steak Frites, Mac & Cheese, Lobster Bisque and the Brussel Sprouts. Wow the Steak Frites is Huge value as is it he lobster mac and cheese. I would definitely come back for the HAPPY HOUR. Very Very Good restaurant with great service right on the main street across from the Quirk hotel.
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Vivian Z.

Yelp
Really great place! Pretty interiors, busy bar, quick crowd. Friendly accommodating service. I ordered their drink special which was the pineapple fin- a really refreshing pineapple-infused finlandia vodka. Wish it was chilled a bit more but I really appreciated the big chunk of pineapple. I was worried it might be too sweet and "juice" tasting but I could really tell the cocktail was just infused (30 days, apparently!) For food I started with the sherry vinaigrette salad. Simple mixed greens but the greens were super tender and fresh. Dressing was light, the added pickled onions and fine shredded parmesan were great. I got the bavette steak cooked medium, with side sauces of the peppercorn and the chimichurri. The steak had a great sear, came out more on the medium rare side and a tad salty, but the beef flavor was great. Also tried the creamed spinach and whipped potatoes which were so comforting and delicious, the potatoes were SO dangerously buttery and creamy. We also tried the belgian fries which were underwhelming- dry, felt a bit stale to me, no flavor. They are apparently featured as a specialty (double fried and all that) but reminded me of In-n-Out's anticlimactic fries. For dessert we tried the crême brûlée, which was SO decadent with a perfectly crisp glassy top. The key lime pie had a perfect balance of flavor, tartness, sweetness, and a creamy texture complemented well with the crunchy rich crust. I didn't get a chance to try the flourless cake and ice cream but they must have been food because they were gone in a pinch! Overall great place, I would come back if I was in the area. Lots of options to fit any budget and generally enjoyable experience!
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Ron C.

Yelp
So look guy's i have never sent food back.....but when i get it and its over cooked the they bring it back rarer than when i sent it in...... there's some shenanigans going on... and the bad part is it was my first drink of the night.....

N D.

Yelp
Since we were first introduced to Black Cow, and that visit went extremely well, we knew we had to return for more. We went to celebrate a birthday and were not disappointed. In fact, our server, Steffania M, made the visit even nicer. She was so pleasant, experienced, and fun to talk to that I felt like we were having dinner at a family home. And as for the food, all I can say is it was perfection on a plate. The food was perfectly cooked, delicious and there was plenty of it. To top it off, the birthday treat at the end was a wonderful surprise to the birthday guest. We will definitely be back again and again as the food, service and ambience made our visit so enjoyable. If anyone who reads this has not yet gone here, I recommend you run there and you will enjoy it.
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Curtis T.

Yelp
We made a dinner reservation to celebrate a very good year for our business. While the drinks were food and drinks were excellent, we were hustled multiple times during the meal, before we even ordered; we were told several times that our table needed to be done by a specific time (2 hours). we were told at least 3 times that we needed to be faster, when we finished our main and inquired about desert we were told that the next table was here and that we could only have dessert to go. when the check arrived we set it for pay immediately, but they took 10 min to collect it, which felt strange considering that they had been adamant that they needed the table. not sure if this is their policy or they poorly planed their reservations Great food does not make up for poor treatment by staff, and 2 hours at a steak house is not a long time for a group of 4. Several of us have worked in the industry and remarked that there are times that reservations stay longer than anticipated, and you figure it out. All in all, great food; poor treatment by staff, I know that we will not be back or be recommending them.
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Marie F.

Yelp
We sat outside and had dinner after a day at Carter Mountain/ winery hopping. It was phenomenal and delicious. The server was super helpful, starting with offering a taste of the wine before pouring a full glass. The steak tartare app was amazing and our meals were incredible. Highly recommend!

Kristen D.

Yelp
Dined here a second time on a return to Charlottesville and the Black Cow does it again! Wow wow wow! Came in and sat at the bar and the food was exceptional. The host, Pia, was exceptionally welcoming, helpful, and pleasant. Our server/bartender was Emily and she was also amazing, and made delicious cocktails that were as pretty as they were tasty. Our steaks were cooked perfectly! The inside is also really cozy and fun with great modern steakhouse vibes. This is a can't miss when you're in Cville!
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Tina D.

Yelp
We loved the chateaubriand with butter and red skin potatoes. Very casual but delicious! Pork chop was good but Chateaubriand was better. We'll be back. Server was great!
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Paul M.

Yelp
Amazing food, service, and ambiance! Best steak in town. The Black Cow is a must visit in Charlottesville.
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Allison M.

Yelp
Highly recommend taking advantage of their happy hour deal where you can get steak frites (chef's cut of choice and a sauce) for less than $20 (plus drink deals too!). What a steal for a high quality tasty steak and delicious crispy fries. I got to try the flank with chimichurri sauce and it was perfectly cooked, tender, and flavorful. I have nothing bad to say about it! I also tried the fried brussels - one of my favorite sides/appetizers and they did not disappoint. I was particularly happy with the bits of apple and pickled fennel in it. I would recommend making a reservation ahead of time as this place stays busy. There is bar seating available and a comfortable space of both indoor and outdoor tables (with heaters).
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Justin N.

Yelp
Had a nice Sunday happy hour dinner here with friends. I ordered the Black Cow Steak Frites with the add-on Little Salad, and a glass of their happy hour featured red wine. The featured red wine was a Malbec. The chef's choice daily cut was a hanger steak with chimichurri sauce. I'm a simple guy--steak frites paired with a nice red and I'm happy. The salad was a nice fresh and tasty addition to the meal. One note that I have is that I preferred the hanger steak without the chimichurri sauce. I felt that the hanger steak was seasoned well already, and that the chimichurri muted some of the steak's already nicely developed flavors. The regular menu is pricy, but I enjoyed my happy hour experience here and thought it was a great deal. I guess you could say that happy hour at Black Cow was in fact happy.
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Don B.

Yelp
Great burgers. And huge portions. Being an appetite! Staff was super nice but service was a little slow. It's teh south so it's all good y'all

Kevin K.

Yelp
We were in town for a few days and were able to grab spots at the bar. Service at the bar was excellent and we were constantly checked on. The happy hour steak frites hit the spot and the dry aged ribeyes were incredible (but they sell out early) and were perfectly cooked. Definitely recommend the brussel sprouts and red potatoes smashers as sides. The key lime pie ended the evening perfectly. Definitely get a reservation if you want to eat here as it fills up quickly, starting about 5:15 and the bar o lot has about 8 seat. Highly recommended if you are in town and want a great meal.
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Rose H.

Yelp
Let me clear up a misconception about cost. This restaurant fairly priced its selections. The caliber of the food is exceptional. The portions are generous, so much so that salads and sides are easily shared by two without skimping. If you appreciate fine food then you will agree that the prices are appropriate given the size and quality the Black Cow Chophouse offers. Try the Veal...WOW! Matre'd was exceptional on January 28th as was Meesha our server. This NYC girl enjoyed a fine dinner and celebrated a milestone birthday with Black Cow Chophouse. Thank you to all
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Sharee P.

Yelp
This was soo good. I went here for my birthday and was treated like a queen. My ribeye was cooked to perfection. You should definitely add this spot to your trip to the area .
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Yvonne Z.

Yelp
So happy Charlottesville finally has a good steak place! You can definitely tell the steaks are high quality and they were cooked to perfection. I would highly recommend coming during happy hour (4:30-6 pm) for the Chefs Special steak frites which includes 6 oz steak cut, fries, and sauce (could also add salad for $3). I also ordered a side of brussle sprouts and they were amazing - had a perfect char to them and topped with some pickled radish and apple that helped cut into the fat. I'm already looking forward to coming here again!
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Michael C.

Yelp
My wife and I had the pleasure of having our 30th anniversary dinner here. It was just the two of us and what an amazing experience. Our server's name was Julie (Thulee, rulie) and was by far one of the nicest people that we Have ever had as a server: our water Was never empty, our drinks were fast and her Knowledge of the menu and taste was impeccable. Happy hour was amazing! We had the $8.00 Kentucky mule and margaritas. Strong! Our Dinner was the steak frites and was the best steak I have ever had in my entire life! ( the cut was something that began with a T). The sauce that came with it was a house made A-1 sauce that was really good and blue cheese crumbles.Fries were good, but nothing over the top. Our side was the summer squash! What the hell...! To make that vegetable stand out like it did, I was speechless. Roasted and placed in a cashew pesto!! We were fighting with forks for the last bite! One more drink each. Oh our hostess came over and wished us a happy anniversary, and made my wife tear up when she read to my wife what I wrote about her. Very nice young lady and I am so sorry that I forgot her name. The dessert....holy moly....! The chocolate mousse with raspberry sauce was a knockout! I would bar fight the whole Place for more. The crème Brule, was also outstanding an came in a close Second for dessert. I must say we have missed out on this little Gem, and is m pleased to have found it! We Will be back and will try the key lime pie and the lemon-chelo tiramisu with raspberries! Thank-you all so much!! Made my weekend!
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LeAnn M.

Yelp
Disappointed overall. Urban-like atmosphere--comfortable. Meal service excellent--Dinner salad unmemorable, asparagus wilted, crispy potatoes good. Steak well done-ordered medium. Cut off several burned pieces. Took overly long time for bar service. For a $220+ meal for 2-disappointing.
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Wendy D.

Yelp
Oh my goodness the best fresh steak dinner I've had since Texas! The host, wait staff, management and chefs are friendly and want to make sure you have a wonderful experience. I brought my daughter for a late lunch, without knowing you need a reservation but they made sure to get us a table. It's not cheap but you definitely get what you pay for. You won't be disappointed. Steaks are large and you will need a to go box

Maria W.

Yelp
Went here for our 1st wedding anniversary and had an incredible dinner. We started with the tuna crudo and it felt like we were at a Michelin restaurant. We each had a steak and ordered the lobster Mac and cheese and the brussel sprouts which were incredible. Overall both the food and the service were incredible.